Listed by RE/MAX Elite
$1,895,000

280 Dolphin Bay Rd Eastsound, WA 98245

Estimated payment $11,148/month

Total Views 1,537
3 Beds
1 Bath
2,099 Sq Ft
$903 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Greenhouse
  • 48.36 Acre Lot
  • Orcas Island High School Rated A
  • RV Access or Parking
  • 3-minute walk to McMicken Island State Park

About This Home

Discover a rare opportunity to own 48 secluded acres of pristine Northwest beauty on iconic Orcas Island. This expansive property offers unmatched privacy, rich natural surroundings, and endless possibilities. Whether you envision a private retreat or a legacy estate, don't miss this offering. Towering evergreens, sun-drenched meadows, and gently rolling terrain provide the perfect canvas. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets, deer at dusk, eagles overhead, and the quiet rhythm of nature, just minutes from Eastsound village. The vintage farmhouse includes a daylight basement ADU with sweeping views—ideal for guests, rental income, or creative work. This is Orcas Island living at its best. See listing 2388652 for information on the full 108 acres!

Listing Agent

Rob Serviss

RE/MAX Elite License #25020732 Listed on: 07/29/2025

RE/MAX Elite

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2414061

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,877

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 48.36 Acre Lot
  • Open Space
  • Gated Home
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Secluded Lot
  • Value in Land

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Detached Carport Space
  • Driveway
  • RV Access or Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,099 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Mountain Views
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Greenhouse
  • Outbuilding

Farming

  • Barn

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Eastsound Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 273412002000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,877

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Prev Status: Active
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 2099
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • Special Features: None
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 17

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Fireplace
  • Living Area: 2099
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • FireplacesMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 2099
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Lot Features: Open Space, Secluded, Value In Land
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Structure Type: House

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport, Driveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Individual Well
  • Security: Partially Fenced, Security Gate
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Ductless
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Orcas Island
  • High School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle Or Junior School: Buyer To Verify

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 273412002000
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 48.3599
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2106561
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Barn,Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Gated Entry,Green House,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,RV Parking,Shop
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Public Records
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Public Records
  • ZoningJurisdiction: County

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9877.37

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2023 $8,700 $1,600,300 $732,270 $868,030
2022 $9,244 $1,540,690 $634,330 $906,360
2021 $7,547 $1,241,440 $480,260 $708,910
2020 $7,635 $1,288,060 $467,340 $820,720
2019 $3,527 $1,165,010 $435,980 $729,030
2018 $3,017 $668,140 $420,350 $247,790
2017 $2,422 $369,180 $96,010 $273,170
2016 $2,247 $324,650 $100,150 $224,500
2015 $2,247 $354,850 $96,010 $258,840
2014 $2,247 $300,060 $13,090 $204,160
2012 $2,247 $307,000 $13,090 $218,630
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/29/2025 07/29/25 For Sale $1,895,000 -62.1% $903 / Sq Ft
04/04/2025 04/04/25 For Sale $4,995,000 +566.0% $2,380 / Sq Ft
09/14/2012 09/14/12 Sold $750,000 0.0% $587 / Sq Ft
08/15/2012 08/15/12 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2012 03/13/12 For Sale $750,000 -- $587 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $824,110 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $594,385 San Juan Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2414061

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 273412-002-000